Our Sunday Messages

…But God Meant it for Good! Joseph.... Great-grandson of Abraham Despised by his brothers Sold to Midianites when he was ~17 to 18 Sold in Egypt by Midianites to Potiphar (Pharaoh's chief bodyguard) Became head of household Falsely accused by Potiphar’s wife Sent to prison with king’s baker and butler Forgotten in prison then suddenly promoted by God #2 person in Egypt Joseph.... 25% of the book of Genesis Rags to riches story Account reveals God’s providence Highly dysfunctional family Father had 4 wives (at the same time) Brothers involved in rape, incest, murder and human trafficking Ch. 50 – reveals Joseph’s viewpoint – previous 40 years Genesis 50:15-21 1. A Baseless Fear Gen 50:15 NASB Their guilt is evident Jacob dead – they feel vulnerable Brothers had 2 fears: Joseph will hate them Joseph will repay them Guilty conscience – heavy burden Psalm 38:4 NASB Spurgeon - "I'd rather bear any affliction than be burdened with a guilty conscience.“ Distorts a sinner’s view. Hinders acceptance of Gospel. L